Nutrition and Weight Gain Reminders

How Your Weight Adds Up
25-30 lbs Weight Gain is Normal

Baby: 7.5 lbs
Uterus: 2 lbs
Placenta: 1.5 lbs
Amniotic Fluid: 2 lbs
Breast Enlargement: 2 lbs
Extra Blood/Fluid Volume: 8 lbs
Extra Fat Stores: 7 lbs
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Total Weight Gain: 30 lbs


The Body Needs: Proteins, Carbs, Fats, Vitamins, Minerals, Water

Food Pyramid
Grains: 6-11 Servings (whole grains best)
Vegetables: 3-5 Servings (Fresh, Organic, Variety Best)
Fruits: 2-4 Servings (Fresh, Organic, Variety Best)
Dairy: 2-3 Servings
Protein: 2-3 Servings

Also Important...35 g fiber/day, 1500-2000 mg Calcium, Prenatals (esp Folic Acid), 60 mg Iron, 100 g protein


Weight Gain Timeline
1st Trimester: 4 lbs
2nd/3rd Trimester: 1 lb /week
Last Month: 1-2 lbs